Getaways Calendar, May 2015

The region embraces spring with a variety of outdoor activities, while preparing for Memorial Day observances.

Thursday-May 3, Genoa: Genoa Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival. This event features entertainers including Lacy J. Dalton and the Dalton Gang, the Western Flyers, Richard Elloyan and Steve Wade, and Larry Maurice. 775-782-8696. www.cowboypoetrygenoa.com.

Friday-May 3, Seligman, Ariz.: Annual Historic Route 66 Fun Run. This event features a Fun Run drive from Seligman to Kingman on Saturday and then to Oatman, Topock/Golden Shores on May 3. The event is open to all street-legal vehicles, including buses, RVs and roadsters. Entertainment also is included. 928-753-5001. www.azrt66.com.

Saturday, Chloride, Ariz.: Chloride All Town Yard Sale. This is a fun event where the residents of Chloride go all out to offer visitors bargains on antiques and some useful and not-so-useful junk. The Historical Society also holds a bake sale. 928-565-4888. www.chloridearizona.com.

Saturday, Lone Pine, Calif.: Wild Wild West Marathon. This event takes place in the foothills of Mount Whitney and throughout the Alabama Hills. There is a race for all ages and abilities, including a 50k, a marathon, a 10-mile and 3-mile fun run. 760-876-4444. www.lonepinechamber.org.

Saturday and May 3, Virginia City: Chili on the Comstock. Thirty of the best chili cookers in the West will compete for a spot in the International Chili Society World Finals later this year. A chili tasting and kids zone are featured. 775-847-7500. www.visitvirginiacitynv.com.

May 9-10, Reno: Reno River Festival. One of the nation’s top kayaking competitions will also feature product demonstrations, instructional clinics and live music. Truckee River Whitewater Park. 775-784-9400. www.renoriverfestival.com.

May 9 and 18, Zion National Park, Utah: Rim to Floor or Rim and Back. This 10-mile ranger-led hike starts at the East Rim and travels down into Zion Canyon while exploring the geology, botany and desert ecosystems along the way. If vehicles are not available, the group will just hike rim and back. Participants must be in fit hiking shape. Reservations needed. Zion Canyon Field Institute. 435-772-3264. www.zionpark.org.

May 10-16, Kanab, Utah: Amazing Earthfest. This festival celebrates public lands through scientific and cultural presentations, arts and entertainment, and guided hikes and tours. Various venues throughout the area. www.amazingearthfest.com.

May 14, Zion National Park, Utah: Thursday Trek. Join a naturalist and learn about the geology, flora, fauna and cultural history of Zion. Reservations needed. Zion Canyon Field Institute. 800-635-3959. www.zionpark.org.

May 15-16, Panaca: Las Vegas Astronomical Society Star Party. Learn about the stars and planets with the Las Vegas Astronomical Society. Cathedral Gorge State Park group use area. 775-728-4460. www.lincolncountynevada.com.

May 19-24, Bishop, Calif.: Bishop Mule Days Celebration. Approximately 700 mules will compete in 181 events during the nation’s premier mule show. Mule Days Parade on May 23 features the country’s longest running nonmotorized parade. 760-872-4263. www.muledays.org.

May 22-25, Gerlach: Black Rock Rendezvous. This is a weekend of camping, restoration, celebration and education. Sponsored by Friends of Black Rock High Rock, Nevada Outdoor School, Friends of Nevada Wilderness and other regional groups. 775-557-2900. www.blackrockdesert.org.

May 23-24, Caliente: Lincoln County Homecoming. Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a barbecue, parade, art exhibits, craft fair, children’s games, talent show and even a paranormal look into the old Caliente Depot. 877-870-3003. www.lincolncountynevada.com.

May 23, Virginia City: Memorial Day Parade. Come to one of Nevada’s most historic towns to celebrate and honor our fallen heroes. The parade is on C Street. 775-847-7500. www.visitvirginiacitynv.com.

May 23-24, Flagstaff, Ariz.: Zuni Festival of Arts and Culture. Learn about the Zuni way of life, including their language, culture, dance and music. Demonstrations by weavers, inlay jewelers, fetish carvers, potters and painters. Museum of Northern Arizona. 928-774-5213. www.musnaz.org.

May 30, Flagstaff, Ariz.: Arizona Tree Climbing Championship. Tree climbers showcase their skills maneuvering through trees. They are judged on their ability to quickly, capably and safely climb through a tree as they perform different tasks. The Quad at Northern Arizona University. 602-354-3023. www.flagstaff365.com.